Pomeroy named one of Canada's top 40 under 40

Last week, Pomeroy, the president of Pomeroy Lodging, was named to Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 list.

The announcement was made by Caldwell and MNP.

“Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 is a dynamic awards program that identifies outstanding young achievers in Canadian business, visionaries and innovators changing the way things are done,” Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 website notes.

“They are inspiring others and already giving back to their communities and to Canada. And every one of them is under the age of forty.”

The top 40 list was selected in May by Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 independent Advisory Board, comprising more than 20 respected and experienced individuals from across Canada, a release noted. Honourees were selected from a short list put together by Caldwell after nominations were accepted between January and March, which garnered close to 800 nominations from across Canada.

“It’s easy to understand why we recognize and honour the Top 40 — they are truly remarkable young women and men, who are experts in their fields and passionate about their work and communities,” said Elan Pratzer, managing partner for Canada at Caldwell.

“I also thank our program partners for their commitment. They understand that when we honour young leaders, it builds a sense of responsibility in them to be bold but thoughtful, and to contribute to our national economic and social vigour.”

Pomeroy is originally from Fort St. John, British Columbia. He was appointed president of Pomeroy Lodging in 2006.

“Ryan always knew what he wanted to be when he grew up, and began his journey at Pomeroy Lodging and a very young age. Onhis fifth birthday, Ryan spent the day working in the hotel restaurant with his brother and father. From then on, he was dedicated to the family business, pushing for better service, faster growth, and stronger community relations,” the Pomeroy Lodging website states.

“Ryan maintains the company vision and strategy and steers the overall direction of the Pomeroy Lodging. He builds relationships with corporate and community stakeholders; leads capital restructuring; and directs large portfolio sales and acquisitions.

“Ryan’s vision is to be the first choice for travelers by providing superior quality hotels, products, and guest services. He is dedicated to seeing Pomeroy’s employees and families develop and investing in the sustainable growth of the communities where Pomeroy hotels are built.”

Pomeroy is a former GPRC Wolves volleyball player, who played at the college between 1997 and 2001.

“Ryan has been involved with GPRC and Wolves Athletics in many capacities since his playing days, and we are proud of his achievements on and off the court,” said Ron Thomson, Director for GPRC Sport, Fitness and Wellness.

“His dedication and work ethic as an athlete, and as a businessman have earned him this well-deserved recognition.”

In 2012, Pomeroy Lodging LP purchased the old Grande Prairie Inn, located at 100 Street and 116 Avenue. It’s now the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre. The 2012 acquisition also included the Stonebridge Hotels in Grande Prairie and Fort St. John.

Top 40 honourees will be profiled in a feature article in the October edition of FP Magazine, and will also be featured on BNN Bloomberg in an interview series, Canada’s Next Leaders, throughout the summer.

Honourees will also attended a Top 40 National Celebrations in Toronto in November, and they will be honoured at the Top 40 Awards Night Gala to be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on the night of November 21.